Sharptongue wrote:
> Anyone like to nominate shows on Japanese TV that they like ?
>
> When I was there (2004), the standout was Beat Takeshi's TV Tackle.
> Great to see a show where people discuss current issues with passion.
>
> Some of the NHK 7:30 current affairs shows were quite informative, as
> well occasional special presentations (later at night) about such
> subjects as the development of the Japanese word processor.

I don't watch a lot of TV, but have always loved watching the shows
where an old, decrepit dark house is given a complete makeover on a
(usually) tight budget. Some of the reform ideas are a bit predictable,
as is the response of the householder where they see their new old
home, but sometimes there are great ideas, and sometimes good tear
jerker stuff.